What is available?
As chief pastors, pastoral care – exercising the “Shepherd’s love” undergirds all episcopal ministry. Pastoral care of the clergy by the Bishop is expressed not only through her own personal ministry but also through those with whom she shares that care.
Bishop Sophie is committed to spending time with and supporting clergy across the diocese. Together with other members of the Bishop’s Senior Staff Team, she has contact with clergy on a number of occasions, both formal and informal, in the course of a year.
The Bishop's Senior Staff Team is also active in offering pastoral support in other ways and always seeks to ensure appropriate support and care for clergy in times of particular need.
Who is eligible?
All clergy.
How do I access it?
Under the new MDR arrangements, licensed clergy will have a one-to-one meeting with a member of the Bishop’s Staff Team every two years.
Furthermore, all clergy (including those not licensed) are welcome to request a meeting with a member of the Bishop’s Staff Team at any time. Please contact:
- Elizabeth Egan (PA to the Bishop of Coventry)
- Yvette McDonald (PA to the Archdeacons and Diocesan Secretary)
- Simon Taylor (Assistant to the Archdeacons)
- The Revd Canon Kate Massey (Acting Dean of Coventry)
- The Revd Dr Alastair Prince (Chaplain to the Bishop of Coventry)
- The Revd Esther Peers (Dean of Women's Ministry)
- Andy Waddams (Director of Communications)